AT THE SHELTER IN THE COMMUNITY
These animals are available for adoption and are located at the DCHS Main Shelter or satellite locations.

LEARN ABOUT THE ADOPTION PROCESS

ADOPTION FEES

SEE THE CURRENT WAITLIST

Check the Waitlist Before Your Visit

Wait times can vary from a few minutes to several hours before you are paired with a counselor to meet potential new pet(s). Shortest wait times tend to be between 2:00-4:00 on weekdays.

Important Labels to Notice on Adoptable Animals

“Unavailable for Visits Today” animals may be recovering from surgery or otherwise unavailable. If you are interested in that animal, visit the shelter a different day.

“Available from Foster” and “On an Outing” animals are not in the shelter. Leave a message for the Adoption Center at (608) 838-0413 ext. 145 to set up an appointment to meet these animals.

“Available from Thrift Store East” and “Available from Thrift Store West" animals are at our Thrift Store. Thrift Store East is located at 5231 High Crossing Blvd. and Thrift Store West is located at 6904 Watts Road, both in Madison. Meet them during the stores' open hours.

Adopt

Select a pet for more information!

Meet
Tweety

Tweety
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Lark

Lark
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Ursula

Ursula
Female | 2 months
Retriever
Mix

Meet
Ross

Ross
Male | 2 months
Retriever
Mix

Meet
Rachel

Rachel
Female | 2 months
Retriever
Mix

Meet
Monica

Monica
Female | 2 months
Retriever
Mix

Meet
Pepper

Pepper
Female | Adult
Budgie/Budgerigar
Budgie/Budgerigar

Meet
Petey

Petey
Male | 2 years
Budgie/Budgerigar
Budgie/Budgerigar

Meet
Appa

Appa
Female | Young
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Candied Pecan

Candied Pecan
Female | Adult
Domestic Medium Hair
Mix

Meet
Lady Mayonnaise

Lady Mayonnaise
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
58344650

58344650
Female | Adult
Domestic Longhair
Mix

Meet
Petunia

Petunia
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix